London Fire Brigade to return to historic HQ
LFBLondon Fire Brigade (LFB) will return to its historic headquarters on Albert Embankment after receiving planning permission from Lambeth Council.
The headquarters building, which was built in the 1930s, and the control room extension added in the 1980s will be refurbished.
The existing Lambeth fire station on the ground and first floor will be modernised and refitted, and the building's vacant office space will become the LFB's headquarters. The site will also contain a space dedicated to the brigade's history that will be open to visitors.
LFB commissioner Jonathan Smith said the move was a "historic occasion for the brigade".
He added: "This building is part of the culture of the organisation and I know it holds special significance across our workforce.
"Refurbishing and modernising an existing building offers the best value for Londoners and ensures we maintain an important presence in the heart of London."
The building was the brigade's headquarters until 2007, when it was relocated to Union Street in Southwark.
It was opened on 21 July 1937 by King George VI and Queen Elizabeth.
While works are being carried out at Lambeth, the LFB's fire engines and firefighters will operate from other fire stations.
One fire engine will be relocated to Clapham fire station and the other will be sent to Chelsea fire station.
Works at the site are due to begin in late 2026 and are projected to finish in 2029.
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